Energy policy: Coalition MPs form new body to lobby PM on coal power

Hazelwood Coal Power Station

Hazelwood Coal Power Station Source: flickr: Takver (CC by 2.0)

A group of coalition MPs has formed a new body, the Monash Forum, to lobby Malcolm Turnbull about the importance of coal in energy policy. Liberal MP Craig Kelly is part of the new 'Monash Forum', which is said to have more than 20 government members including outspoken former prime minister Tony Abbott and MP George Christensen. Aaron reports.



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